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redolent

[red-l-uhnt] / ˈrɛd l ənt /


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A slightly sweet, oily scent, redolent of old workshops or antique paraffin lamps.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Small gestures of sympathy are everywhere, redolent of locals who are not sure what to do, but nonetheless feel like they ought to do something.

From Slate • Feb. 23, 2026

He has developed a remarkable gift for creating suspenseful dramas redolent of Patricia Highsmith’s psychological thrillers, but distilled into the challenging solo-play format.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

The spicy tuna rolls, redolent of cooked fish blended with sriracha and mayonnaise, are a popular lunch offering among students.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 8, 2025

A discarded pork bone, still redolent with fat, proved too much to resist.

From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker




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